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Cap (Baby's cap)
1800-1820
Description
A baby's cap made of linen and cotton. Heavily adorned with embroidery (with botanical motifs), eyelets and drawnwork. The crown is gathered slightly and decorated with bouillon, satin stitch and French knots. Drawstrings at the forehead and nape of neck.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Cotton
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1976.0246
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase
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Object Number
1976.0246
Object Name
Cap (Baby's cap)
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Date
1800-1820
Materials
- Linen
- Cotton
- Linen
Dimensions (inches)
5.75 (H) x 6 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
14.61 (H) x 15.24 (W)